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Women Entrepreneurs | Kalbeliya Community | Dancers | Rajasthan, India
OUR STORY
Kalbeliya (kal_bel_e_ya) is the name of an artist community in India that has been historically marginalized and faces barriers to living wages and literacy.
Kalbeliya World is a virtual startup for Kalbeliya female artists to live stream dance classes from their homes, attracting students from around the World. We are a team of global female artist entrepreneurs. Our team of 27 includes 12 Kalbeliya dance teachers and a volunteer team of 12 buddies and three Co-Founders.
Artists provide talent, and we provide tech that includes zoom access, online registrations, global transactions, email and phone customer service, marketing, portable wifi, training, and an international female business buddy.
Pre-Covid, the Kalbeliya Artist, were low-income stage performers and dance teachers for the international tourist industry in Rajasthan, India. They were the lead income earners in their communities and financially supported extended family groups. Post-Covid, Kalbeliya Artists are left with zero income nor government support creating a significant threat to the already challenged community.
Kalbeliya World seeks to provide stable incomes, digital literacy, and opportunities for the community at large. Currently, our teachers receive 100% of dance class earnings. Solidarity projects are built into our business model and include female empowerment programs, food aid, and children's education support.
We aim for a wider audience, more artists, and a self-employment program for Kalbeliya craft artists. To reach our goals we are seeking startup funds and tech equipment and electricity for each dance teacher.
By donating, you make a difference in many lives and have the opportunity to learn more about the Kalbeliya community through our virtual live events. Together we are impactful.
Our Charity Sponsor - Joy of Sharing - https://www.josfcenter.org/
Owner: Shirish Dayal
The NGO (501c3) Joy of Sharing Foundation is providing fiscal sponsorship to Kalbeliya World that includes receiving registration payments, transferring money to India, and accepting tax-deductible donations.
OUR STORY
Kalbeliya (kal_bel_e_ya) is the name of an artist community in India that has been historically marginalized and faces barriers to living wages and literacy.
Kalbeliya World is a virtual startup for Kalbeliya female artists to live stream dance classes from their homes, attracting students from around the World. We are a team of global female artist entrepreneurs. Our team of 27 includes 12 Kalbeliya dance teachers and a volunteer team of 12 buddies and three Co-Founders.
Artists provide talent, and we provide tech that includes zoom access, online registrations, global transactions, email and phone customer service, marketing, portable wifi, training, and an international female business buddy.
Pre-Covid, the Kalbeliya Artist, were low-income stage performers and dance teachers for the international tourist industry in Rajasthan, India. They were the lead income earners in their communities and financially supported extended family groups. Post-Covid, Kalbeliya Artists are left with zero income nor government support creating a significant threat to the already challenged community.
Kalbeliya World seeks to provide stable incomes, digital literacy, and opportunities for the community at large. Currently, our teachers receive 100% of dance class earnings. Solidarity projects are built into our business model and include female empowerment programs, food aid, and children's education support.
We aim for a wider audience, more artists, and a self-employment program for Kalbeliya craft artists. To reach our goals we are seeking startup funds and tech equipment and electricity for each dance teacher.
By donating, you make a difference in many lives and have the opportunity to learn more about the Kalbeliya community through our virtual live events. Together we are impactful.
Our Charity Sponsor - Joy of Sharing - https://www.josfcenter.org/
Owner: Shirish Dayal
The NGO (501c3) Joy of Sharing Foundation is providing fiscal sponsorship to Kalbeliya World that includes receiving registration payments, transferring money to India, and accepting tax-deductible donations.
Organizer and beneficiary
Kalbeliya World
Organizer
Ojai, CA
Shirish Dayal
Beneficiary